1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Esprit | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Esprit | 323 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
